Ella Langley seemingly fires back at Doja Cat over 'Choosin' Texas'
Ella Langley seemingly fires back at Doja Cat after the pop star dismissed her on the "Sundae Conversation" podcast, saying she did not know who Langley was. The country singer posted new photos with the caption "Ella Langley? What is that?" — echoing Doja Cat's words — in a playful swipe at the criticism of her chart-topping hit "Choosin' Texas."
The exchange has quickly become one of the most talked-about moments in celebrity breaking news this week, pitting two very different chart forces against each other.
Key Takeaways
- Doja Cat told the "Sundae Conversation" podcast she did not know who Ella Langley was and said she does not care about country music.
- Langley appeared to clap back with an Instagram caption that repeated Doja Cat's exact dismissive phrase.
- "Choosin' Texas" has spent 19 weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, a record for a female country artist.
- Fans split on whether Doja Cat was being honest or petty, while Langley's supporters praised her playful response.
- Doja Cat later listened to the song on Instagram Live and called Langley's voice pretty but said the track was not her vibe.
What Did Doja Cat Say About Ella Langley?
During an appearance on the "Sundae Conversation" podcast, Doja Cat was asked whether she was a fan of Langley. She responded, "I don't know what that is," sounding out the country singer's name before offering a noncommittal "OK" when hosts suggested she give the music a listen.
Her comments drew mixed reactions online. Some praised her for an authentic answer, while others accused her of pretending not to know one of country music's biggest new stars.
On Aug. 25, Doja Cat went live on Instagram and doubled down, according to Page Six. "I really don't just give a f— about country music, and I don't understand what's so hard to believe about that," she reportedly said.
She added that Langley is "probably a fine lady" but that country music "doesn't inspire me" and "doesn't make me feel good." During the stream, she listened to "Choosin' Texas" and said it was "not my vibe" despite Langley having "a very pretty voice."
Why Is 'Choosin' Texas' Such a Big Deal?
Langley's smash hit is not just popular — it is historic. The Alabama native's anthem has topped Billboard's Hot 100 for 19 weeks, making it the longest-running No. 1 by a female country artist in chart history.
That level of dominance makes Doja Cat's claim of unfamiliarity all the more surprising to fans. With the song playing widely on radio and streaming platforms, many listeners found it hard to believe a major pop artist had never heard of Langley or her record-breaking single.
How Did Ella Langley Seemingly Fire Back?
Langley posted a carousel of new photos and videos to social media this week with a caption that appeared to turn Doja Cat's words back on her: "Ella Langley? What is that?"
The post did not name Doja Cat directly, but the reference was clear enough that fans immediately connected the dots. Page Six reported that commenters called the move "messy" and entertaining, with one writing, "We all know… Doja just wants to Be Her."
How Did Fans React to the Exchange?
Supporters of both artists jumped into the comment sections with strong opinions. Langley fans celebrated her lighthearted clapback, while Doja Cat defenders noted the pop star's own massive success — billions of streams, multi-platinum singles, and a Grammy win with SZA for "Kiss Me More" in 2022.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Doja Cat for comment. For now, the back-and-forth remains a social media story rather than an all-out feud — but Langley's playful caption ensured the conversation is far from over.